BCCI Faces Backlash For Silence As Gambhir, Sharma, And Kohli Endure Criticism After Test Series Loss

Cricket reporting in India has become a mix of rumours and leaks. Sensational news is acceptable if it's credible, but spreading baseless stories harms players and coaches. This trend has intensified since India's recent 3-0 Test series loss to the Black Caps, affecting figures like coach Gautam Gambhir, captain Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli.

Social media speculation is one thing; fans are passionate and often extreme. If it were a court, some Team India members would face severe consequences. The real issue arises when former cricketers indulge in sensationalism through podcasts and social media, creating a dangerous trend that spreads rapidly.

Gautam Gambhir's silence has been interpreted in various ways. His PR team remained inactive, which added to the confusion. Social media could have been a tool for him to express his thoughts. His sudden quietness is puzzling for fans who knew him as outspoken.

Rohit Sharma admitted his poor performance in three Tests. He acknowledged not scoring runs and lacking leadership. Despite this honesty, the BCCI remains silent, allowing different narratives to circulate. Rohit's potential absence from the first Test in Perth due to paternity leave adds pressure.

The BCCI's silence is troubling as it allows misinformation to spread unchecked. Former Presidents like Jagmohan Dalmiya communicated with the media effectively. Current President Roger Binny's lack of engagement raises questions about his leadership.

The BCCI's failure to address issues publicly leaves players vulnerable to criticism. Mocking Gambhir for being ineffective in red-ball cricket while praising him for white-ball formats shows inconsistency in communication from within the board.

Virat Kohli's Struggles

Virat Kohli faces trolling due to his recent lack of runs in Tests. His family also suffers abuse online. The BCCI should at least formally support its players during tough times instead of remaining silent, which seems like neglect rather than reward for their service.

The BCCI appears guilty of leaking information that fuels gossip about players and coaches. This behaviour causes significant damage and could backfire on those responsible within the board.

Lack of Communication Strategy

The richest cricket board globally cannot afford to be a passive observer. It needs an effective communication strategy similar to international federations. By staying silent, the BCCI becomes more culpable than the cricketers or coaches blamed for India's Test series loss.

The treatment of India's top spinners R. Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja highlights this issue further. Criticism without response from the BCCI leaves fans assuming ridicule is acceptable, which is unfair to those who have contributed significantly to Indian cricket.